TDCJ - Administrative Assistant II - Generic

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Cotulla (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to manage inmate housing assignments, verify compliance, and support count procedures in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes accuracy, data entry, and training others.

The position requires attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work with others. Prior count room experience and flexible availability are a plus, with opportunities to cross-train and adapt to changes in operations.

Qualifications

• You have a high school diploma, pay close attention to detail, and stay organized while managing multiple tasks.
• Youth comfort working with numbers, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and work well with others.
• You'd be a GREAT fit if you have previous count room experience, flexible availability, and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assigns inmate housing
• Reviews housing and job assignments to determine compliance
• Prepares count
• Assists in resolving errors or issues
• Data entry
• Verification of information
• Assist in training others
• Flexible to cross train and work well with change
• Maintain and organized filing records
• Assists with UCC

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Job Duties:Assigns inmate housing, reviews housing and job assignments to determine compliance, prepares count, assists in resolving errors or issues, data entry, verification of information, assist in training others, flexible to cross train and work well with change, maintain and organized filing records and assists with UCCYou'd be a GOOD fit if:You have a high school diploma, pay close attention to detail, and stay organized while managing multiple tasks. Your comfort working with numbers, enjoyment of a fast-paced environment, and ability to work well with others all support success in this position.You'd be a GREAT fit if:You have previous count room experience, flexible availability, and strong problem-solving skills. These qualities help ensure accuracy, reliability, and smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Administrative Assistant II Additional Information:Travel None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Longevity
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Xciana Cruz Zilleah RossHiring Manager OR Human Resources830-879-3077 EXT 1228 [e-mail] [e-mail] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy mus be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.